All Londoners
HIV can affect any of us, so it’s important that we all take steps to test, protect and prevent against HIV. Whilst you may know that gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men are considered at a higher risk of acquiring HIV, in 2023, over half of all people receiving HIV care in the UK acquired the virus through heterosexual sex. It’s time for everyone to talk openly, test regularly, and take control of our health.
Celebrate your choices. Protect your health.
There’s no one way to have sex—and that’s something to celebrate. Whether you’re exploring new experiences, enjoying casual encounters, or in a long-term relationship, your choices are valid. What matters is feeling good, feeling safe, and staying informed.
HIV doesn’t care about labels or lifestyles. It affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences. So whether you’re in your 20s or your 60s, in a long-term relationship or dating, it’s important to know your status and understand your options.
That’s why regular testing, using protection, and knowing about prevention tools like PrEP and PEP are key—whatever your preferences. You deserve to enjoy your sex life without shame or fear. So be proud of your choices, and make them with your health in mind.
How often should I test?
Testing is generally recommended at least once a year and after any unprotected sex with a new partner. Regular testing is a key part of staying healthy and preventing transmissions, so consider testing today.
Is PrEP right for you?
One pill a day to protect you from HIV, PrEP is a popular choice for many. Whether you want to take it every day or before and after sex, find out if PrEP is right for you.
Act fast to prevent HIV
Think you’ve been exposed to HIV? Get PEP – fast. Post-Exposure Prophylaxis is emergency medication that can stop HIV after it’s entered your body.
Support for all Londoners
If you’re living with HIV, newly diagnosed, or want to access prevention options, these are just some of the services that can help you take control of your health:
- Terrance Higgins Trust
THT offers free HIV testing, PrEP and PEP access, and support for people of all sexualities and backgrounds.
www.tht.org.uk - Metro Charity
Metro Charity provides practical and emotional support with benefits, housing and financial crisis for people living with HIV
https://www.metrocharity.org.uk - Spectra
Spectra offers peer-led sexual health services for LGBTQ+ communities, including trans-specific support, HIV testing, and PrEP navigation.
https://spectra-london.org.uk - Positive East
East London’s HIV charity offering testing, counselling, peer support and advocacy for people living with HIV.
https://www.positiveeast.org.uk - Naz Project London
Naz Project provides sexual health and HIV support including culturally sensitive counselling, testing and peer support groups for people from Black, Latin American, South Asian and other communities.
https://naz.org.uk/ - CliniQ
CliniQ is a holistic sexual health and wellbeing service for trans people, including HIV testing, PrEP and PEP access, counselling, and hormone-informed care.
https://cliniq.org.uk - One Voice Network
A collective of Black-led community organisations and allies working to improve health outcomes for Black communities affected by HIV in the UK. They focus on ending new transmissions and reducing late diagnoses, particularly among Black African and Caribbean populations.
https://www.onevoicenet.org/ - Sophia Forum
A UK-based organisation advocating for the rights and needs of women living with HIV. They focus on gender-sensitive healthcare, policy change, and peer support, including for mothers and marginalised women.
https://sophiaforum.net/ - Brook
Brook offers sexual health services, education, and advice for under-25s. Many Brook clinics provide HIV testing, PrEP access, and support for young people living with HIV.
https://www.brook.org.uk
Living well with HIV
Learn about accessing free treatment, and the support groups and information for people living with HIV.